While the primary mission of the RCMP Veterans’ Association is to provide a network of support for former employees of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and their families, we also recognize the significance of keeping our community informed and engaged. News and Updates Page serves as an extension of our commitment to fostering a well-rounded and knowledgeable community.
Here you will find a number of posts of interest, about providing our membership and the RCMP Veterans Community with information that will help them manage their life after the RCMP. These will include news articles, bulletins, communiques and requests for assistance on various topics. As you browse our content, remember that your participation is encouraged. Share your thoughts and contribute to the growth of our collective understanding. Your perspective matters, and we’re excited to have you as part of our informed and engaged RCMP Veterans community.
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RCMP launches new Auxillary Program for volunteers
On January 18, 2018, the RCMP announced the establishment of a new Auxiliary Program for volunteers. The program was developed following extensive consultation with Auxiliaries, provincial, territorial and municipal partners and other stakeholders. The new model will...
Lancement du nouveau Programme des auxiliares de la GRC
Le 18 janvier 2018, la GRC a annoncé l'établissement d'un nouveau programme auxiliaire. Le programme a été élaboré à la suite de vastes consultations auprès des auxiliaires, des partenaires provinciaux, territoriaux et municipaux et d'autres intervenants. Le nouveau...
Joint Letter to Minister of Veterans Affairs Canada
On November 4, 2017, David Flannigan, Dominion President of the Royal Canadian Legion (RCL), hosted a meeting at the Dominion Branch in Kanata, Ontario of leaders of several Veterans organizations in Canada to discuss matters of mutual interest and concern affecting...
Lettre conjointe au ministre des Anciens Combattants Canada
Le 4 novembre 2017, David Flannigan, président national de la Légion royale canadienne (RCL), a organisé une réunion à la Direction nationale à Kanata, en Ontario, des dirigeants de plusieurs organisations d'anciens combattants au Canada pour discuter de questions...
Chantal Renaud formally accepts position as RCMPVA Executive Assistant
It gives us great pleasure to welcome Ms. Chantal Renaud to the position of Executive Assistant (EA), RCMP Veterans' Association - National Office. Ms. Renaud is the Circulation Manager of The Quarterly magazine; a position she has held for 13 years. She has been...
Mme Chantal Renaud Nouvel adjoint exécutif Association des vétérans de la GRC – Bureau national
C'est avec grand plaisir que nous accueillons Mme Chantal Renaud au poste d'adjointe exécutive (AE) de l'Association des vétérans de la GRC - Bureau national. Mme Renaud est directrice de la diffusion du magazine La Timestrielle; un poste qu'elle a occupé pendant 13...
Mike Pepe’s 100th birthday celebration
The 2016 Canada Census reported 8,230 Centenarians with more than 8,000 living in Ontario (Statistics Canada, 2016). On December 2, 2017, RCMP Veteran, Michele (Michael) A. Pepe (Rtd. S/Sgt #13134) joined the prestigious Centenarians’ club. RCMP Veterans’ Association...
In Harm’s Way: Confronting Operational Stress Injuries
Operational Stress Injuries (OSIs) are a real and growing concern for members of the RCMP. Whether serving in communities here at home or on foreign missions with the United Nations (UN) or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Force members often find...
Merry Christmas, Seasons Greeting & Happy New Year
As you celebrate the glory of this miraculous season, may your home be filled with love, peace, and joy. May these blessings follow you throughout the New Year. Our thoughts are also with the men and women of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who will work through the...
Joyeux Noël, voeux de saisons & Bonne année
En célébrant la gloire de cette saison miraculeuse, que votre maison soit remplie d'amour, de paix et de joie. Que ces bénédictions vous suivent tout au long de la nouvelle année. Nos pensées sont aussi avec les hommes et les femmes de la Gendarmerie royale du Canada...